Taekwondo Keyworth

Because Taekwondo has quite high physical requirements, it's perhaps more suited to the younger generation in Keyworth. That is not to say that elderly people can't participate in this kind of activity, but merely that there may be other martial arts which are more suited to the less agile of us. Tai Chi would be a perfect illustration.

With its root beginnings in 1940's Korea, Taekwondo is certainly one of the more recently formulated of the martial arts and involves primarily high-kicking moves such as turning/jumping kicks, fast kicking techniques and head-height kicks. It started when schools called "kwans" were founded by a group of Korean martial arts specialists in Seoul, South Korea.

Popular globally Taekwondo now has more than 60 million students. Signing up for your local Taekwondo club or class in Keyworth is an easy way to get involved with this activity which is now an Olympic sport. There isn't any reason why you can't reach a high standard in this exhilarating sport, even if you don't have any desire to take part in the Olympics.

A key aspect of Taekwondo is self-defence, and undoubtedly this is one of the main reasons that folks in Keyworth sign up to classes and take up the sport. There has been a disconcerting increase in violent practices over the last few years and this is especially common in town and city centres around Nottinghamshire and the British Isles in general. The good thing about Taekwondo though, is that it also promotes self-discipline and a deep respect for others, not such common attributes in Keyworth these days.

Your newly mastered Taekwondo skills will likely never need to be tried and tested outside of an organised Taekwondo class, however being aware that you have them will give you peace of mind.

Your First Keyworth Taekwondo Lesson

If you have never done Taekwondo before, you could be somewhat concerned as to what to expect on your first class. This can vary from school to school but will usually consist of all or some of these. A fifteen to twenty minute warm up to increase heart rate and loosen muscles, a bit of technical training including learning some kicks, blocking techniques, hand attacks and stances, learning some Poomse (forms), an introduction to sparring which will include attack timing, movement and timing, and finally a warm down to relax and stretch tired muscles.

British Taekwondo is the governing body of the sport within the British Isles, and membership of this organisation is compulsory if you would like to join any Taekwondo class in Keyworth or nearby. You will be able to get loads of details about coaching courses, safe practices, establishing a new Taekwondo club, first aid, clubs and members, safeguarding and equality, events, referees and coaching, news, and more, by visiting the British Taekwondo website.

Taekwondo Forms

Taekwondo forms (also called Poomse or patterns) are categorized by particular activities such as direction, stance and technique. From the beginning you will be taught some of the important forms, and so as to progress through the various rankings (belts) you'll need to learn some more technical ones.

Beginners Taekwondo Keyworth

Even the finest exponents of Taekwondo in Keyworth had to start as novices, so there is no disgrace in being a total beginner at this sport, or any other activity for that matter. The objective of a Taekwondo beginners class is to provide a few of the basics, raise confidence and build a firm base for the future. Most importantly of all is that it must be enjoyable, trainees having fun will learn faster and be better committed.

Taekwondo Kicks

Among the best known Taekwondo kicks that you will master initially include: Hook or Whip Kick (Huryeo Chagi), Roundhouse Kick (Dollyo Chagi), Front Kick (Ap Chagi), Crescent Kick (Bandal Chagi), Axe Kick (Naeryeo Chagi), Side Kick (Yeop Chagi), Push Kick (Meereo Chagi), Back Kick (Dwo Chagi). Taekwondo Blocks: To fend off the numerous kicks and hand attacks there are a similarly diverse assortment of blocks (Makgi). Held in diverse positions, they involve the hands and sections of the arm. Each kind of attack necessitates a specific style of block, counter-attacks can be produced by combining a block with a retaliatory punch or kick. The primary "blocks" (makgi) include: Low Block, Double Forearm Block, Upper Block, Single Forearm Block, Nine Block, Palm Block, Double Knife Hand Block, Rising Block and Knife Hand Block.

Taekwondo - The Benefits

When you're getting involved in Taekwondo classes in Keyworth you'll be looking to get a few benefits to make the whole thing worth the effort. So we should look at a few of the many positive benefits that you could get through doing and learning Taekwondo. Increase concentration and self-esteem by raising your mental and physical powers, Grow in confidence by pushing you to take control of your life and succeed, Help with self-defence techniques by helping you to recognize situations where self-defence could be required, and empowering you to manipulate these types of scenarios to your advantage, Turbocharge agility, flexibility and stamina by way of strenuous cardiovascular work-outs, Develop discipline and willpower by thoroughly educating your mind and body in the techniques and concepts of Taekwondo, Reduce anxiety using advanced breath control, Toughen up your body and mind through increased physical coordination and mental discipline.

Taekwondo Safety Equipment

Safety gear like shin guards, a red or blue head guard, a blue/red body protector (hogu), forearm guards, a mouth protector, hand protectors and a groin protector are used in all contests regulated by British Taekwondo. Protection from injury is imperative due to the vigorous kicks that are an integral element of this sport.

Conclusion

We can more or less guarantee that if you participate in Taekwondo you will make new friends, gain more confidence and improve your fitness levels. If that's all that you take away from it, then that is great, you can call it a success! We aren't all looking to be Jade Jones's or Lutalo Muhammad's, but those of you that are, have to begin with the initial step. Good luck on your quest! 👊